Old Fashioned Fried Zucchini Squash Blossoms Recipe
Every summer when the zucchini patch is in full bloom, I can’t resist picking a handful of those bright yellow blossoms to make this old-fashioned fried zucchini squash blossoms recipe. It’s one of my favorite ways to enjoy the garden harvest. Light, crispy, and full of that delicate flavor that makes edible flowers so special.
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 61kcal
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Ingredients
- 18 Fresh Squash Blossoms Zucchini Flowers, gently cleaned and dried
- 1 Cup Pancake Batter Mix
- ¾ Cup Beer lemon-lime soda (like Sprite or 7UP), or soda water
- Enough oil for frying olive, canola, or vegetable
- Optional garnish: Pinch of salt and black pepper to taste. Lemon zest or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the blossoms. Gently inspect each blossom for insects and rinse lightly under cold water. Pat dry carefully with paper towels. The delicate petals can tear easily. Leave a bit of the stem on for easy dipping.18 Fresh Squash Blossoms
- Make the batter. In a large bowl or medium bowl, whisk together the pancake mix, and beer or lemon-lime soda. The batter should have a consistency of heavy cream. For best results, use cold liquid straight from the fridge.1 Cup Pancake Batter Mix, ¾ Cup Beer
- Pour enough oil into a frying pan, nonstick pan, or cast-iron skillet to cover the bottom by about ½ inch. Heat over medium heat until the oil temperature reaches about 350°F.Enough oil for frying
- Dip and fry. Holding each blossom by the stem, dip it into the batter, letting excess batter drip off. Carefully place in the hot oil and fry 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp. Use a slotted spoon to transfer each one to a wire rack or cooling rack set over paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve as is. Or sprinkle with sea salt, a dash of black pepper, and a touch of lemon zest. Serve warm for that irresistible fried food crunch.18 Fresh Squash Blossoms
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Nutrition
Calories: 61kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 111mg | Potassium: 61mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 171IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 0.3mg